opinion editor

Perspectives section chief

An opinion editor oversees the opinion section of a newspaper, magazine, or website—selecting, commissioning, and editing pieces that express viewpoints rather than report news.

The role involves curating diverse perspectives, working with columnists and guest contributors, and deciding which op-eds and editorials to publish: The opinion editor invited responses from both sides of the debate.

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Opposites
journalistic function

opinion editorbeat reporter

Journalist covering specific field

news correspondent · fact-checker · news editor · investigative journalist · investigative reporter

content creation vs. content curation

opinion editorfact-checker

One who confirms accuracy

data journalist · managing editor

editorial vs. content creation

opinion editoropinion columnist

Writer of editorial perspectives

editorial writer · commentator · pundit

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
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